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honey pot

(I) A system (e.g., a web server) or a system resource (e.g., a
file on a server), that is designed to be attractive to potential
crackers and intruders, like honey is attractive to bears. (See:
entrapment.)

(D) It is likely that other cultures have different metaphors for
this concept. To ensure international understanding, ISDs should
not use this term unless they also provide an explanation like
this one. (See: (usage note under) Green Book.)